Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 VA

Here, we are contrasting the Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 VA, one is a Lens-style and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the QX30 (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is fairly similar but the QX30 (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") have different sensor sizes.

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The QX30 was launched 4 years before the RX100 VA which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the QX30 grades vs the RX100 VA when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are provided at Sony QX30 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony QX30 provides physical dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 VA in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the QX30 against the RX100 VA.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the QX30 and RX100 VA is 91 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the QX30 and RX100 VA.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor dimensions. The QX30 features the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower DOF tougher. The more aged QX30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.